Varvaglione

Primitivo Salento IGP - 12 e mezzo - Magnum - Varvaglione

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Format: 150 cl

-16%

19,11 €

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Technical information

Producer	Varvaglione
Name	Salento IGP
Variety	Primitivo
Gradation	12.5%
Format	150 cl
Aromatic profile	Ripe red fruits, spices, plum notes
Vinification method	Fermentation in steel at controlled temperature
Region	Apulia
Production area	Salento
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	A few months in steel and bottle
Type of cask	American barrique of 225 liters
Color	Intense ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Within 5 years
Pairing	Red meats, aged cheeses

Descrizione

Primitivo Salento IGP 12 e mezzo Magnum by Varvaglione is a red wine that expresses all the richness and beauty of the Apulian land. Obtained from Primitivo grapes, a native variety of this territory, this wine has an intense ruby red color and purple reflections. On the nose, a complex bouquet emerges with notes of ripe red fruit, including cherry, plum and blackberry, enriched by delicate nuances of sweet spices such as vanilla and cinnamon, resulting from the aging in wood.

In the mouth it stands out for its enveloping and well-structured body, with soft tannins that give a velvety sensation to the palate. The good acidity, perfectly balanced with the alcohol content, gives freshness and persistence, making the sip balanced and satisfying. The fruity notes perceived on the nose are also found on the palate, enriched by nuances of dark chocolate and liquorice, which enhance its complexity.

The Magnum format is ideal for dinners and events with friends, where this Primitivo will win over guests thanks to its pleasantness and elegant intensity. Excellent in combination with red meats, game and mature cheeses, Varvaglione's 12 e mezzo represents an oenological excellence that pays homage to the winemaking traditions of Salento.

The winery

Varvaglione 1921 – Winery in Puglia

Discover the story and wines of Varvaglione 1921.

A family-owned Salento winery (Leporano, Taranto) that showcases native Apulian grape varieties through an approach combining tradition and modern winemaking techniques.

Region: Puglia

Country: Italia

Founded: 1921

Grapes: Primitivo, Negroamaro, Susumaniello, Falanghina, Verdeca, Malvasia Bianca, Malvasia Nera, Aglianico

Family-run business operating since 1921. Headquarters and winery in Leporano, Contrada Santa Lucia / Masseria Pizzariello. Approximately 150 hectares of owned vineyards. Declared annual production on the order of millions of bottles. Strong focus on indigenous Apulian grape varieties and on themed ranges such as Papale and Masseria Pizzariello.

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Winery history

The Varvaglione family's history is told as a journey that began in 1921 in the area between Pulsano and Leporano. Today the winery is led by several generations of the family and has grown into a regional benchmark for the production and export of Apulian wines, with labels such as the Papale and Masseria Pizzariello lines that evoke historic plots like the Contrada Papale.

Production philosophy

The winery states a philosophy rooted in the territory: local identity, enhancement of indigenous grape varieties and a balance between heritage and innovation. It promotes practices focused on quality in the vineyard and the cellar, with sustainability projects and system certifications for quality management and food safety.

Terroir and vineyards

Operating in the heart of Salento, with vineyards and production linked to the typical areas of Primitivo di Manduria and other parts of Salento. Some labels come from the historic Masseria Pizzariello and from Contrada Papale.

Awards and recognitions

Editorial recognitions and scores in specialized publications; inclusion in Corriere della Sera Economia’s Top 100 ranking; mentions in national guides and awards.